Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) - Simri, Buxar
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rajpur Kalan Parsanpah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is 247814. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
As per Census 2011, Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 403 males and 365 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 403 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 274 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 129 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)
Where is Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) located?
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is Rajpur Kalan Parsanpah.
What is the pincode of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
The pincode of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is 802135.
What is the population of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) has a total population of 768, including 403 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
There are 103 households in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah).
What is the literacy rate in Raipur Kalan (Rajipah)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipur Kalan (Rajipah) is 61.20%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 53.70%.